2006 BMW X5 vs. 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa

To start off, 2006 BMW X5 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2006 BMW X5. (228 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.

Because 2006 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 300 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.

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2006 BMW X5 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa
Make BMW Ferrari
Model X5 250 Testarossa
Year Released 2006 1958
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2979 cc 2953 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 228 HP 296 HP
Engine RPM 3500 RPM 7200 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 5500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 73 mm
Engine Stroke Size 89.6 mm 58.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 202 km/hour 270 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1630 kg 800 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4180 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1560 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1020 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 93 L 140 L